Latest Industry News – Page 149
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NewsWCB raise over £60,000 following Kilimanjaro climb
A team representing the Worshipful Company of Butchers Livery Company (WCB), have successfully climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and in the process raised over £60,000.The Cure Parkinson’s Trust was the chosen charity.Speaking at Saddlers Hall in London, at a recent WCB Court Lunch, David Baker said: “Two years ago, in the pub, ...
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NewsWorld Butchers’ Challenge venue confirmed
The World Butchers’ Challenge has confirmed its home for the 2020 competition as the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.The Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.Home to the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and host to a range of celebrity concerts, including Elton John and Justin Timberlake, this is the first time ...
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NewsPrime cattle market showing signs of recovery
Prime cattle prices in the UK have seen a modest lift over the past week, although they are still markedly lower than this time last year, according to the latest analysis by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).Over the past 10 days, prime cattle prices have shown some recovery.This reflects the position ...
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News2 Sisters learning and development rolled out across poultry sites
2 Sisters Food Group says it has stepped up its commitment to the continuous training development of its people with two major learning programme roll-outs across its UK poultry estate.The Work Words programme compromises of a series of 10 facilitated one-hour sessions concentrating on key aspects of factory life.Word Works ...
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NewsTesco to offer vegan foods in the meat aisle
From Monday 8th April, larger Tesco stores will be offering vegan alternatives in the meat aisles in a new fixture where customers will find both next to each other.The move comes as Tesco says it believe more Brits are reducing their meat consumption, either turning to a vegan or vegetarian ...
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NewsTulip invests £2.3m in Ruskington factory
Tulip Ltd., is investing £2.3m in its specialist snacking site at Ruskington to meet increased demand for core traditional products, while enhancing its capability to bring new innovations to market.The Ruskington site produces 75 million Scotch eggs per year.The Lincolnshire factory, which employs 450 workers, is claimed to be the ...
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NewsMPs vote for an extension to Brexit process – industry reaction
In a bid to avoid any no-deal scenario, MPs voted by a majority of one last night to force Prime Minister Teresa May to ask the EU for an extension to the Brexit process.The legislation, proposed by Labour MP Yvette Cooper, was approved by MPs by just one vote.The bill, ...
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NewsBrexit deadlock continues as PM expected to meet Jeremy Corbyn
Following the announcement that the Prime Minister will ask the EU for a further short extension to the UK Brexit date, Mrs May is now planning on meeting with Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.Prime Minister, Theresa May.This is in the hope that the two of them can come up with a ...
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NewsHarper Adams University students receive BDCI Bursary
The Butchers’ & Drovers’ Charitable Institution (BDCI) has given Bursary’s to two students; Kate Leeming, 22, and Harriet Noble, 23.Pictured L to R is visiting Professor Bob Bansback of Harper Adams University, Kate Leeming, Harriet Noble and Ted Hoefling, the BDCI treasurer.Kate Leeming, from Skipton is an Agri-Food Marketing with ...
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NewsHRH The Countess of Wessex presents Bicentenary Trophy
Former Waitrose director Heather Jenkins has been awarded the Royal Smithfield Club Bicentenary Trophy in recognition of 30 years of outstanding service to meat sectors and agriculture.L-R: David Gunner, Joint Chief Executive Dovecote Park Ltd, Heather Jenkins, former Waitrose & Partners director, Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex, and ...
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NewsGreat British Beef Week 2019 returns
Great British Beef Week is running throughout this week (1st-7th April), and the key themes will celebrate that beef forms part of the most popular dishes loved around the world and at home.Georgina Davie, Devon Ladies in Beef member.In its ninth year, and at such a significant time for world ...
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NewsTulip to continue with MM Awards sponsorship
As anticipation builds towards this year’s Meat Management Meat Industry Awards ceremony, organisers have confirmed that Tulip will once again sponsor the main course at the black tie dinner on June 27th.Up to 500 guests are expected to attend the dinner at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole this year.The annual Awards ...
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NewsSteak wins the day
National Craft Butchers (NCB) has reported that its recent Roadshow and BBQ Competition was a great success and that top spot for the Champion BBQ Product category went to Owen Taylor & Sons for its sirloin steak entry.Owen Taylor & Sons won Champion BBQ Product with its Sirloin Steak.The NCB ...
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NewsOnline beef products for Chinese consumers increased by ABP
The range of online beef products for Chinese consumers produced by ABP in Ireland for the JD.com platform, is to be expanded up to 10 product lines, from the existing three products currently available.L-R: Heather Humphrey’s, Mark Goodman, Franck Fang, and Mr Sun Yong Li.The announcement was made during a ...
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NewsSir David Naish dies aged 78
Former NFU President Sir David Naish has died at the age of 78. He will be remembered for his important leadership during the BSE crisis.Sir David was President of the NFU between 1991 and 1998.Born in Nottinghamshire, Sir David was President of the NFU between 1991 and 1998 and followed ...
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NewsRecognition of craft skills long overdue - IoM
A new report issued by think tank, The Social Market Foundation (SNF), has suggested that workers who complete apprenticeships should be allowed to call themselves ‘craftsman’ or ‘craftswoman’ to put their qualifications on a par with university degrees.Winners at the recent WCB/IoM awards pictured with HRH Princess Royal, together with ...
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NewsHCC expands contact base following IFE show
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has reported a successful IFE and says it made new contacts for Welsh red meat businesses, in both retail and foodservice sectors.Calum Smith and Dalton Weir help HCC serve up Welsh Lamb samples for prospective customers at IFE in London.As part of ...
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NewsBMPA begins new research projects
The British Meat Processors Association (BMPA) is launching new research and development projects to further knowledge behind aspects of the red meat supply chain.BMPA say that a search of the literature failed to uncover any cases of botulism associated with fresh chilled VP or MAP meat.The projects will invest with ...
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NewsLMC urges consumers to support local beef
To support Beef Week running from 1st-7th April, the Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland (LMC) is encouraging consumers to support locally produced Northern Ireland Farm Quality Assured (NIFQA) beef.Pictured ahead of Beef Week, L-R: Joe McDonald, Asda NI corporate affairs manager, David Brown, UFU deputy president, Hugh McGahan, ...
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NewsPrime pig prices rise as supplies remain tight
Prime pig producers have seen prices rising over the past month, however they continue to trail last year’s levels by 5.5%, according to the latest market analysis by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).Domestic pigmeat production is trailing last year’s levels with production down 2.5% during February when compared to last year.“Prices ...
